Shipping Clerk - M-F; 8am - 4pm - Lenexa, KS

The Hershey Company • Lenexa, KS

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About The Position

The Shipping Clerk manages outgoing shipments, ensures shipment accuracy, and maintains inventory records in a warehouse or logistics environment. The role coordinates with brokers, carriers, Uber Freight, Operations, and Warehousing to support timely pickups, deliveries, and order fulfillment. It also involves preparing and checking shipping paperwork, maintaining shipment and inventory records, and helping ensure products are correctly picked, staged, packed, and loaded.

The position is based in Lenexa, Kansas, and works Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Starting pay is $21.65 per hour, with overtime potential and the possibility of a pay increase of up to $1 per hour after six months of good-standing employment. Applicants must provide a resume; post-offer background check and drug screening are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience with a warehouse management system, such as SAP.
• Previous experience and understanding of shipping, carriers, weights, bills of lading, restrictions, and SAP.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self-starter.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Attention to detail and accurate data entry.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and execute tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments, including tracking information.
• Coordinate pickup and delivery schedules with brokers, carriers, and Uber Freight.
• Complete accurate shipping documents, including bills of lading and invoices, in compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate with Operations and Warehousing to meet order timelines and ensure the correct product is produced.
• Verify orders are picked, staged, and accurate, and follow up with carriers regarding missed appointments or estimated arrival times.
• Maintain a list of daily filled orders requiring PECO pallets for tracking.
• Pick the correct product from inventory, use appropriate packaging materials, and follow FIFO.
• Create accurate picking tasks, perform quality checks, and file paperwork.
• Respond to emails about shipping-related requests and appointments.
• Run shipping manifests and check completed picks and shipments for accuracy.
• Complete end-of-day reports, including manifests, pallet totals, and inventory concerns.
• Help prepare shipments by ensuring they are securely packed and loaded to prevent transit damage.
• Follow FDA health requirements, OSHA safety regulations, and applicable health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a tidy workspace and organize material storage.
• Assist with end-of-month and other inventory counts.
• Represent self and the company professionally and positively.
• Attend required company meetings and training and participate in constructive discussion.
• Follow safety rules, regulations, policies, procedures, company manuals, and the employee handbook.
• Maintain a professional image when interacting with customers and the community.
• Seek and participate in company-sponsored training to develop knowledge and skills.
• Maintain positive, professional working relationships with peers, management, and support resources, with a commitment to teamwork and customer service.
• Perform other duties assigned by management professionally and efficiently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Referral bonus of $500, when eligible.
• Overtime potential.
• Potential pay increase of up to $1 per hour after six months of good-standing employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED